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66 That we give $200 to the public library" recommends that it be not adopted because of the present depleted condition of our treasury. [Hands resolution to the chairman.]

You have heard the adverse report of the committee. The question is on the adoption of the resolution, "Resolved, That we give $200 to the public library," the recommendation of the committee to the contrary notwithstanding. Are you ready for the question?

[After debate the question is put and the resolution is lost.]

Is the committee to which was referred the resolution relating to a rest room ready to report?

You have heard the committee's favorable report. The resolution referred to the